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GB: (10 suspects arrested for torching 12 schools in Diamer, Chilas)

August 5, 2018

ISLAMABAD:In Gilgit-Baltistan (GB), at least 10 suspects have been arrested allegedly involved in torching of 12 girls’ schools in Diamer, Chilas.

Spokesman of Gilgit Baltistan government Faizullah Firaq talking to media men in Gilgit said that the arrested suspects have been shifted to Darel Tangir police station for investigation.

At least 12 girls’ schools were attacked in Chilas and Derel areas about 130 kilometers from Gilgit late Thursday night.

﻿GB: (10 suspects arrested for torching 12 schools in Diamer, Chilas)

﻿GB: (10 suspects arrested for torching 12 schools in Diamer, Chilas)